New Sassy Site!

Please redirect all links and your browsers to http://www.sassyhongkong.com to check out our new site - all our posts now live over there!

We've been hard at work over the past month on our new Sassy website, which we're now super-excited to show you. We'll be posting all our new posts up over there, and we've moved all our content over too so you can still find all these blog posts. There are still some tweaks to be made, so apologies if some of the pages are a little screwy, but we'll be fixing these over the next couple of weeks. The most exciting part of the new site is our new City Guide section, so we'd love to hear what you think!

Italian Christmas Market at Goccia on Sunday 13th

Buon Natale! It's time to celebrate the festive season the Italian way, with prosecco, panettone and pizza at Goccia while you shop for gifts for family and friends from VIPbox, Mischa Designs and Bejewelled Bespoke to name just a few. The fun kicks off at 3pm tomorrow and goes into the evening, so you can shop (and eat) 'til you drop!

There's an App for that...

We were so excited this morning to discover that someone has created a free "Hong Kong Lifestyle" Blackberry application, featuring content from CNNGo, HKClubbing, Lifestyle Asia, NecesCity and Sassy! You can download it here. Unfortunately as I have an iPhone I'm not able to check it out... we'd love someone to create an iPhone app for us though!

tanya-b launches her first yoga line and you are invited!

We are very excited to announce the launch of tanya-b, a new yoga inspired clothing line that was created for girls who want functionality without sacrificing fashion.

The tanya-b collection will make its official debut on Monday 14 December and you are invited to celebrate with the founder herself (Tanya Boulton) as she holds a day long party filled with shopping, drinks and music! Daytime shopping hours will be from 12-6pm and the evening launch party/shopping event goes from 7-11pm.

We got a sneak peak at some of the clothes in her line and we love the look of them and can't wait to try everything on come Monday. I am loving the tie dye yoga tops and think this may have to go on my Christmas wish list. I am flying to the U.S. for the holidays on Tuesday so my plan is to stock up on tanya-b attire to make my long 16 hour flight a little more comfy!

We don't think you will need another reason to stop by this shopping event but if you do then we have one for you! The event will be hosted at Candace Collective which is a New York style loft which has been featured in Home Journal, SCMP and Cosmopolitan. We are in love with the space and think the designer Candace Campos is amazing!

Word of Advice: Hit the ATM before coming because this is a cash only event.

What: the launch of the first collection from tanya-b

Why: a fun come and go shopping event

When: Monday, 14 December

Time: 12-6pm - Day time Shopping & drinks

7-11pm - launch party, DJ, Shopping and fun

Where: Candace Collective 1/F, 171-177 Hollywood Road

Inquiries: info@tanya-b.com or 6448 7310

Hope to see you there!

Don't Miss Eco Action Day: Saturday 12th December

We have trouble reminding ourselves that this season isn't only about partying, sparkly dresses and fabulous gifts sometimes - luckily all through December there are some great charitable efforts (like the great HK Alley Cat Fundraiser on Tuesday!) to keep our feet on the ground.

This weekend, take advantage of the beautiful sunshine and mild weather we're enjoying to head out to Lantau to take part in the Eco Action Day Challenge. The day kicks off at 9am at Ark Eden Eco Centre in Mui Wo and Eco Challengers will battle beach rubbish (target is 100 bags), wrestle disused agricultural land into submission, build raised garden beds, sprout a native seedling tree nursery and compost all the organic rubbish from the event. A lunch break and snacks will be provided for all participants.

The Eco Action Day Challenge ends at dusk with a vegetarian feast at Ark Eden, followed by a reggae party at China Beach Club with Rocksteady Ska, Dub & Reggae Club (all proceeds to Ark Eden Foundation), and a candlelit vigil on Silver Mine Beach 12.30pm to support ‘tck tck tck’ & ‘350’ call for a real climate deal in Copenhagen.

To learn more about the Ark Eden Eco Day Challenge and to find sponsorship & donation details visit the Ark Eden Website. For further details regarding the Eco Action Day Challenge, email jenny@arkedenonlantau.com

Feline Fetish Party at Solas

Join the HK Alley Cat Watch (HKACW) tomorrow night at Solas from 6pm-late for their Feline Fetish Party. Put on your best animal print attire and join the girls from HKACW for a sizzling night of fun, fabulous food/drinks, entertainment, prize giveaways and fundraising.

All are welcome and a door donation of $150 is appreciated. Those who make a donation will receive 1 free standard drink and a lucky draw ticket. 100% of the proceeds from the evening will go to help Hong Kong's street cats.

We are really looking forward to this party as Hester and I both have cats and support everything that HKACW does for abandoned cats here in Hong Kong. My own cat was rescued from Lamma Island so I am definitely looking forward to helping HK Alley Cat Watch and enjoying the amazing party that they have put together.

What: Feline Fetish Party

When: Tuesday, 8 December 2009

Where: Solas (Wyndham Street)

Entry: $150 donation (includes 1 standard drink and a lucky draw ticket)

Entertainment: Bachelor & Bachelorette auction, pole-dance performance, musical performance,

Hope to see you there!

Photos from Sexy Xmas Party at Prive

The photos from our Sexy Xmas party with NecesCity.com are now up on our main site. Click here to view the gallery!

Last Night's Sexy Xmas Party

The lovely Liza from Hip Hong Kong filmed this video from our Sexy Xmas Party last night night at Prive, of our chair dancers from Aerial Arts Academy. As you can imagine, this got everyone on the dance floor pretty quickly as soon as the performance was over. More about the party tomorrow when we'll be posting the photos on our main site - things definitely got pretty pretty crazy and we had an amazing time. Thanks so much to everyone for coming out and letting loose on a Wednesday night! We've definitely kick-started the party season!

Sexy Xmas Party Tonight!

Posting has been very light on the blog this week - we're sorry! We're in full crazy-mode gearing up for the Sexy Xmas party tonight so we've been running around doing all sorts of last-minute errands and taking care of preparations. This is our second big party following our Launch Party in September, and there are definitely a lot more elements involved in this one... We've been sourcing our decorations in Sham Shui Po, interviewing Santa and his helpers and rounding up a whole host of naughty prizes and goodie bag items.

We're so lucky to work with such wonderful companies as our party sponsors - people who have bent over backwards to be creative, patient and helpful, and we couldn't do it without them.

You can still pre-purchase tickets at the price of HK$200 until 12pm, or pay HK$250 on the door tonight. Be sure to come early to enjoy the free-flow cocktails until 9.30pm and to be one of the first 150 people who gets a goodie bag!

Detour Art Festival 2009

Yesterday I checked out the DETOUR 2009 exhibition at the old Police Married Headquarters on Aberdeen Street. DETOUR has been running since 2006, and is designed to stimulate creativity and dialogue about art and life in Hong Kong through appreciation of various art installations and design projects. DETOUR have completely taken over the disused historic building to transform it into a community space for play and contemplation. The ground floor which was an abandoned scrubby courtyard has been re-imagined as a sand-covered playground with deck chairs and huge inflatable balls, for you to sit and relax while music is played from the enormous speakers and images from the project are shown on a large screen. This is also the venue for many talks and performances throughout the fortnight. The unmissable talking point of the courtyard is the red-painted bamboo bridge that looms overhead, connecting one side of the building with the other.

Leaving the courtyard and beginning to explore the abandoned apartment rooms, you feel like you are a voyeur as you peep through windows and linger in doorways to gaze at the exhibitions. A huge effort has been made to fill almost every room with something thought-provoking, including a "Pimp my Pushcart" installation where street pushcarts are souped up and given a new lease of life as an uber-luxe baby pram for example. Climbing up through the floors you'll come across a room completely floored with deep cotton wool (the tiny kids at the event were LOVING this), an exhibit dedicated to the appreciation of all the bakery and confectionary Hong Kong has to offer, and the intriguing and mysterious Room 414. Room 414 has been designed by the brand, G.O.D, and is actually the room that Donald Tsang grew up in.

DETOUR 2009 is a really enjoyable experience, and definitely thought-provoking, particularly when it comes to Hong Kong's heritage and city-planning. The setting of the Police Married Headquarters is extremely successful and it is a rare treat to step inside a piece of history that is so untouched by time. Stop by until the 9th December - make sure you don't miss out!

Tuesday in Hong Kong

You would think by all the events going on tonight that it might be a Friday. For a Tuesday night in Hong Kong there are so many fab things going on around town. In fact, there is something for everyone...

The Fitness Girl:

Sassy's Bikini Bootcamp is down to the last few sessions. Come out and get in ship shape with the girls before we indulge on all the delicious treats during the holiday season. This is a great way to work out whether you're a first time novice or an experienced fitness Queen!

Time: 7:30-8:30pm
Location: Hong Kong Park (we meet at the HK Sports Centre across from the Peak Tram)
Cost: $150

The Fashionista:

Mischa was one of the faves at Chic Boutique. The girls who came to the event couldn't get enough of the vintage obi handbags that are designed by Michelle Lai. Well tonight, guests are cordially invited to a special viewing of the new collection of Mischa handbags & accessories and the Vera Wang Spring 2010 collection of party wear. You can enjoy a glass of bubbly and fashion show at HK's exclusive carrier of Vera Wang party wear. Guest will receive a VIP discount on purchases of dresses and handbags made on the night.

As places are limited please RSVP to mail@mischadesigns.com

The Activist:

If Hong Kong's pollution is something that really upsets you, then the Clean Air event at Box Thai is for you. Clean Air Network (CAN) and Box Thai are hosting a night of cocktails along with AsiaSpa to raise awareness about air pollution in Hong Kong. The night will include a live performance by the band David Bowie Knives, and an art display by David LeBeuf Photography.

Time: 7-9pm

Location: Box Thai, Arbuthnot Road

Cost: Free

The Tweeter:

Tweet Camp is for anyone who is interested in learning all about tweeting. Twitter is quickly becoming the most attractive way to reach the world. Learn from tweet expert Perri Gorman all the tricks and secrets to mastering this 140 characters or less world! Tonight's topic is Social Media for Social good and all about examples about how different companies use Twitter to grow their businesses.

Time: 7-10pm
Location: Center of Excellence Unit 502, Summit Insurance Building 789 Nathan Road Kowloon
Cost: $480 per person. Free to anyone involved in a charity.

Have a great night girls!!

Happy Birthday BootCamp!

The trainers at BootCamp have worked us hard over the past few weeks and one of their orders for us this week is to Party!

BootCamp is turning 5 and they are inviting all Sassy Girls to attend their Birthday Party which will be held this Friday, 13 November at Habitat Lounge in Wanchai. The party starts at 9pm and goes until late so I am thinking there will be a little less working out going on come Saturday in Hong Kong!

To RSVP for this celebration email Zoe at zoe@botcamp.com.hk or call 2869 6883

Join Sassy for a BootCamp Chef Nutrition Seminar

I went on holiday to Phuket last week and let me tell you I totally indulged. The amazing Thai food was always calling my name and since I was on vacation anytime time of day seemed appropriate to have an alcoholic drink (my favourite for the week was the blue margarita!)

Now that I am back in Hong Kong I need to get back to my fitness routine and this means getting serious about the types of food I am putting in my mouth. Lucky for me we have a Special BootCamp Chef Nutrition Seminar scheduled tomorrow and we are inviting you to join us so we can learn together the ins and outs of healthy eating. We will even get to taste some of the yummy food that the BootCamp Chef experts recommend for getting and maintaining a flat stomach!

Here are the details on the seminar:

When: Wednesday 11 November

Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm

Where: The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, 1301 Kinwick Center, 32 Hollywood Road

Price: $150, which includes the seminar, food and drink (Payable by cash or cheque made out to Sassy Hong Kong)

RSVP: Just show up on the day!

Hope to see you tomorrow!

Sassy Hour at Mrs. Jones

The last Sassy Hour of 2009 couldn't have been more perfect! Mrs. Jones is the most quaint and cozy restaurant and was a fantastic setting to relax after a long week. Over 75 girls came out to sip complimentary Bellini's and wine while chatting with friends. Oh, and the canapes were absolutely yummy!

Lucky girl, Sabrina was the winner of a $500 gift voucher for dinner at Mrs. Jones.

We are definitely looking forward to a BIG Sassy Holiday party in December, and of course to the return of Sassy Hour in January 2010!

Click here to view all photos from this event.

Sassy Hour at Mrs. Jones

Mama Mia! We can't believe that we are already reaching the end of the year. Tonight is our last Sassy Hour of 2009 at the fab restaurant Mrs. Jones. Should be lots of fun catching up with old friends and making new. Plus we can't wait to eat some of the famed Mrs. Jones lemon tarts!

When: Thursday 5th November, 6.30-9pm
Where: Mrs Jones, Basement Floor, Harilela House, 79 Wyndham Street (on the corner of Pottinger Street)
Cost: Free for our lovely Sassy girls - a welcome drink, prize giveaways, delicious lemon tarts and happy hour prices!

"Ohhhhhoh...Mrs Jones...We've got a thing.... going on...la la"

Join Sassy for an evening of sipping and socializing fun. Boys welcome as of 9pm. You can RSVP at sassy@sassyhongkong.com or just show up tonight!

Handmade Hong Kong

This weekend in SoHo, between 12 and 9pm Shelley, Elgin and Staunton Streets will all be closed to traffic for a very special community market, as part of the SoHo Wine and Dine Carnival. I'm really excited to go, as when I lived in Switzerland, one of my favourite things to do at the weekend was to potter around the flea market or the German Christmas Market when it came to town. This should be a great opportunity to get a bit of a headstart on some Christmas shopping too!

Look out for some Sassy favourites like Bejewelled Bespoke, Random Art Workshop, Flip, Mademoiselle Slassi and many more. Take a look at handmadehongkong.com for further details.

SoHo Wine Walk Wednesday 4th November

It's the annual SoHo wine walk tomorrow evening - passes are HK$100 from participating venues, and include 6 tickets to enjoy a wine experience at one of the bars or restaurants on the route. You will be able to spot which venues are taking part by seeing the large inflatable wine bottles placed on the street outside. Sassy favourites are Olive, Red SoHo, Staunton's and Life Cafe.

We'll be bringing you details of another fun event being held tomorrow night later - with all that's going on this week, we hope you will save your energy for Sassy Hour on Thursday!

Versace Private Sale: Thursday through Saturday

Halloween Craziness

It's taken me until this morning to feel totally human again after the Halloween craziness - not sure Halloween should EVER be held on a Saturday night ever again. I left it until 6.30pm to figure out my costume, which meant a run down to Queen's Road to try to hit up Sasa, H&M and Pottinger Street all at once. Seemed about a million other people had exactly the same last-minute instincts, so it was a total bun fight and I didn't even venture up Pottinger.

Once we were ready we fought our way down through SoHo and along Queen's Road once again to have dinner at Zuma. The crowds were cheering the party buses going down the street and it looked as though there was a couple of hours wait at least to get into LKF. Once we were at Zuma we didn't really want to do anything other than just stay there, so I'm admiring of those brave souls who hit up several successive parties! The most popular Halloween costume this year for girls seemed to be Cleopatra - saw at least 6 looking hot just at the Alive Not Dead bash.

Wow, now it's on to getting ready for Christmas already! We're planning a big Sassy event in early December, so watch this space.

Photo via LifestyleAsia.

Sassy Hour at Mrs Jones, Thursday 5th November

For us Brits, the 5th November is synonymous with one thing - Guy Fawkes night, where we gather round a bonfire, burn a straw-stuffed effigy while watching fireworks and of course, drink far too much. Here in Hong Kong this 5th November, we'll instead be celebrating our last Sassy Hour of 2009!

Come and join Sassy at Mrs Jones, a super-cosy Italian bar/restaurant on the corner of Wyndham Street and Pottinger Street (you'll be familiar with Pottinger if you've been Halloween-costume shopping recently). As usual we've arranged for all Sassy girls to get a free welcome drink, some fab giveaways, and even some of Mrs Jones' delicious lemon tarts. We'll be chatting, making new friends and generally having a fun time.

All together now.... "Ooohhhh, Mrs Jones.... we've got a thing.... going on!"

See you there!